ECOD PLUS CAP

Overview

ECOD PLUS CAP is a Schedule H drug.

ECOD PLUS CAP is composed of: METHYLCOBALAMIN (500 MCG), COD LIVER OIL (100 MG), WHEAT GERM OIL (100 MG), TOCOTREINOL (30 MG), BIOTIN (5 MG), FOLIC ACID (0.3 MG)

Biotin is a form of vitamin B found in foods. Biotin helps the body break down fats, carbohydrates, and other substances. Biotin has been used in alternative medicine as a likely effective aid in treating or preventing biotin deficiency. Biotin deficiency can be caused by malnutrition, rapid weight loss, long-term tube feeding, and other medical conditions. Biotin has also been used to treat seborrhea (skin rash) in babies. However, research has shown that biotin may not be effective in treating this condition. Other uses not proven with research have included treating brittle nails or thinning hair, diabetes, nerve pain, and other conditions.
Biotin provides essential nutrients.
Folic acid is a type of B vitamin that is normally found in foods such as dried beans, peas, lentils, oranges, whole-wheat products, liver, asparagus, beets, broccoli, brussels sprouts, and spinach.Folic acid helps your body produce and maintain new cells, and also helps prevent changes to DNA that may lead to cancer.As a medication, folic acid is used to treat folic acid deficiency and certain types of anemia (lack of red blood cells) caused by folic acid deficiency.Folic acid is sometimes used in combination with other medications to treat pernicious anemia. It plays a vital role in the formation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body. It is also essential in pregnancy due to its role in the development of the unborn baby’s brain and spinal cord.

Usage

BIOTIN is generally used to treat: Vitamin B Deficiency, Inborn Errors Of Metabolism, Hepatitis, Neuropathy, Seborrheic Dermatitis, Biotin Deficiency
BIOTIN can address symptoms like: Hair Loss, Hallucinations

FOLIC ACID is generally used to treat: Anemia, Pernicious Anemia, Vitamin B Deficiency

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 3yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies show it as Safe

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

ECOD PLUS CAP is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for ECOD PLUS CAP and its Constituents

• Do consult your doctor if you are receiving kidney dialysis as higher doses of biotin may be needed.
• Do consult your doctor before taking biotin if you have,
•    Kidney disease.    Undergone stomach surgery.
•     If you smoke.
• Do inform your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting biotin supplementation.
• Follow all directions on the product label and package.
• Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
• You should not use this product if you are allergic to biotin.Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without medical advice.

• Folic Acid is used for the treatment of folic acid deficiency.
• It is also taken before and during pregnancy to decrease the risk of defects in the neural tube, which forms the spinal cord in the baby.
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures as you may need a higher dose of the seizure medicines than what you normally take.
• You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to folic acid.Take folic acid exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Follow the directions on your prescription label.
• Take folic acid with a full glass of water.
• Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages.
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of long-term infection, seizure disorder, liver problems and kidney dialysis.

Symptoms of Overdosage

FOLIC ACID over-dosage can result in: Mouth Pain, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion, Difficulty Concentrating

Common Side-Effects

BIOTIN : Stomach Pain, Skin Rash
FOLIC ACID : Depression, Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Difficulty Sleeping, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Taste In Mouth

Serious Side-Effects

BIOTIN : Hives, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing

Rare Side-Effects

FOLIC ACID : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Fever, Body Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

FOLIC ACID can interfere with: Anemia

Technical Classification

BIOTIN is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
FOLIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Once Daily	88%
2 Times Daily	6%

How long was it prescribed?

30 Days	40%
60 Days	26%
90 Days	19%
10 Days	5%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs	5%
18 to 35yrs	40%
35 to 50yrs	14%
50 to 60yrs	14%
60 to 70yrs	14%
70yrs and above	12%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

68%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Physician	36%
Gynaecologist	34%
Neurologist	16%
Orthopaedist	13%
Orthopedic Surgeon	1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

LIVOGEN TAB	13%
UPRISE D3 60K TAB	11%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY)	14%
FBS (BIOCHEMISTRY)	12%
URINE R/E (BIOCHEMISTRY)	11%
HBA1C (BIOCHEMISTRY)	10%

Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?

Rest in left lateral position (Exercise)	15%
Daily Fetal Movement Count Chart (Others)	13%

Available Alternatives for ECOD PLUS CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

E-COD PLUS CAP	INR 197.98 for 15 CAPSULES	METHYLCOBALAMIN 500 MCG, COD LIVER OIL 100 MG, WHEAT GERM OIL 100 MG, TOCOTREINOL 30 MG, BIOTIN 5 MG, FOLIC ACID 0.3 MG
ECOD PLUS CAP	INR 197.98 for 15 CAPSULES	METHYLCOBALAMIN 500 MCG, WHEAT GERM OIL 100 MG, COD LIVER OIL 100 MG, TOCOTREINOL 30 MG, BIOTIN 5 MG, FOLIC ACID 0.3 MG